Week 13 always has the potential to be one of the most important in the fantasy football season.
Teams are looking to punch their ticket to the playoffs, secure a first-round bye week, and ensure all the stress of the season was worthwhile.
These are the weeks that count the most and often frustrate fantasy owners.
We've done our best to pick the players that we believe will lead in the hunt for the title and the players we think you could leave you sulking about your failure to make the playoffs. One lineup change could make the difference.
The advice is based on standard 10-team leagues.
START: Matt Schaub, Houston Texans Quarterback at TEN
Schaub has improved dramatically for the Texans, putting up more than 800 yards in the last two weeks.
Chad Henne beat the Titans a week ago, and they have given up the second-most touchdowns to quarterbacks (22) of any team in the NFL this season. Schaub is more threatening now than at any point this season.
Season Total: 245/378, 2,855 yards, 19 TDs, 9 INTs
SIT: Josh Freeman, Tampa Bay Buccaneers Quarterback at DEN
After a solid run, Freeman struggled against the Atlanta pass defense, failing to register a throwing touchdown for the first time all season.
The Denver Broncos have a formidable pass defense that has caused other elite quarterbacks some problems earlier in the season, never surrendering more than 300 yards. It'll be a tough game for Freeman on the road.
Season Total: 199/349, 2,761 yards, 21 TDs, 7 INTs
28 carries, 98 yards
START: Steven Jackson, St. Louis Rams Running Back vs. SF
Fantasy owners who cast Jackson aside after his dismal start are kicking themselves. In the month of November, Jackson has ran for 321 yards and a touchdown.
The Rams offense has looked better since showing a dedication to the run game. We're riding the hot hand despite a tough matchup.
Season Total: 174 carries, 724 yards, 2 TDs
16 catches, 129 yards
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